Dr Fawaz Shareef

Dr. Fawaz Shareef has established himself as a prominent figure in digital education and research innovation through his current role as Director of the Institute for Research and Innovation at Villa College and his previous position as Deputy Vice Chancellor at the Maldives National University. His expertise in computer-based distance education, supported by a PhD in Information Systems from Massey University, New Zealand, has been instrumental in shaping educational technology across multiple institutions. His diverse experience includes roles as an eLearning Advisor at the Universal College of Learning and Lecturer at Massey University in New Zealand, while his current involvement in the Management Committee of VUSSC (Virtual University for the Small States of the Commonwealth) demonstrates his commitment to expanding educational access through technology. Through numerous research projects and international publications, Dr. Shareef continues to influence the development of digital learning across the Commonwealth nations.